Cookie Policy

Last updated: January 25, 2026

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and provide information to website owners.

This Cookie Policy explains how Event Parlour uses cookies and similar technologies to recognize you when you visit our platform.

2. Types of Cookies We Use

2.1 Essential Cookies

These cookies are necessary for the Service to function and cannot be switched off. They include:

Authentication cookies (session management)
Security cookies (CSRF protection)
OAuth state cookies (for Google sign-in)
Cookie consent preferences

2.2 Functional Cookies

These cookies enable enhanced functionality:

User preferences and settings
Language preferences
Theme preferences (dark/light mode)
Form data (temporary storage)

2.3 Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors use our Service:

Google Analytics (if enabled)
Vercel Analytics
Page views and user interactions
Performance metrics

2.4 Third-Party Cookies

Third-party services may set cookies:

Google OAuth (authentication)
Payment processors (Paystack, Stripe)
Analytics providers

3. How We Use Cookies

We use cookies for the following purposes:

Authentication: To keep you logged in and manage your session
Security: To protect against CSRF attacks and unauthorized access
Preferences: To remember your settings and preferences
Analytics: To understand usage patterns and improve our Service
Performance: To optimize page load times and functionality

4. Cookie Duration

4.1 Session Cookies

Temporary cookies that expire when you close your browser. Used for session management and security.

4.2 Persistent Cookies

Cookies that remain on your device for a set period (typically 30 days to 1 year). Used for preferences and analytics.

5. Managing Cookies

5.1 Browser Settings

You can control cookies through your browser settings:

Block all cookies
Block third-party cookies
Delete existing cookies
Set preferences for specific websites

Note: Blocking essential cookies may prevent the Service from functioning properly.

5.2 Opt-Out Tools

You can opt out of analytics cookies:

Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on
Browser privacy extensions
Do Not Track settings

6. Third-Party Cookies

Third-party services may set cookies on our platform:

Google: For OAuth authentication and analytics (subject to Google's Privacy Policy)
Payment Processors: Paystack, Stripe, M-Pesa may set cookies for payment processing
Analytics Providers: Vercel Analytics and Google Analytics for usage tracking

We do not control third-party cookies. Please review their privacy policies for information about their cookie practices.

7. Local Storage and Similar Technologies

In addition to cookies, we may use:

Local Storage: To store preferences and temporary data in your browser
Session Storage: For temporary session data
IndexedDB: For client-side data storage

These technologies can be managed through your browser settings similar to cookies.

8. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. We will notify you of material changes by posting the updated policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date.

9. Contact Us

If you have questions about our use of cookies, please contact us through the feedback feature in the platform or refer to our Privacy Policy.

Last updated: January 25, 2026